Ice Age Spear-Throwing

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Playground Parking

When

Nov. 9, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Put yourself into the shoes of an Ice Age hunter in this spear-throwing workshop. Long ago, giant beasts roamed the land that we now call Virginia. For thousands of years, hunters hurled spears to bring down massive megafauna. The atlatl was a ground-breaking invention that not only enabled hunters to throw spears faster and harder but made hunting more accessible for women. Join us to try your hand at spear-throwing and experience the power of the atlatl!

This activity is best suited for participants ages 10 and up. Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring plenty of water.

Registration is required due to limited supplies. To register, please visit or call the Park Office at (804) 598-7128 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily or send an email to powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov.

young woman throwing a wooden spear with an atl-atl across a green field of grass

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $3/person.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov